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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 21, 1889
Page
4
A Pittsburg broker’s London study shows English investments in American enterprises are largely non speculative with inflated agent options. The piece notes inflation of capital between U S sale prices and foreign purchase prices, and suggests European wars influence investors seeking safety in American assets.
The article notes rising wholesale activity revitalizing Pittsburg's economy. It highlights rail and steel markets, increased mercantile trade, and the city’s regained position as a major distributing point. Improved transportation and railroad competition are linked to ongoing growth and prosperity.
A sharp commentary questions the New York Sun’s alarm over Postmaster General Wanamaker inviting Pan-American delegates to his store. The piece argues Wanamaker’s conduct is no different from other merchants hosting visitors and using mail services, noting opposition parties turning a store invitation into a national issue.
The Chicago Burlington and Quincy announces it will accept reduced through rates to Northwestern points, regardless of tariff announcements. The Western railroad appears set to push freight at competitive rates, with current traffic showing justification for this policy. Officials should abandon arbitrary tariffs in favor of legitimate competition.
The text laments a Washington clerical error that left out the word standard in North Dakota’s description, expanding its southern boundary toward the seventh parallel. It jokes at North Dakota’s modesty and notes few autumn activities from farmers this fall.
The passage criticizes North Dakota for a perceived shift in ambition and pride. It suggests the state may overreach by expanding boundaries during winter temper. The piece hopes cold weather will restrain misjudged expansion and avoid claiming distant isthmian reach.
The piece condemns party maneuvering to paralyze state government, risk honest returns, and empower Governor to appoint two Senators. It argues for nonpartisan primary settlement and urges voters to act as American citizens first, potentially cleansing current politicians to improve popular government.
Citizens report bottomless mud on unpaved streets due to two months of rain and heavy building traffic. Center avenue along with other avenues suffers from sewer work and grading, making travel difficult. Officials promise pavement improvements next year, arguing fire safety and property values justify soonest paving.
Philadelphia newspapers criticize the Pennsylvanian Railroad for building a New York cut-off that bypasses the city. The piece argues for balanced access, urging full terminal facilities for competing roads and allowing railroads to provide direct through routes while preserving urban traffic rights.
A Kentucky Democrats celebration after victory led to an explosion at a post office. Warrenton Virginia Democrats burned down their Court House during bonfires. After sobering up, they face taxes to rebuild. The piece argues popular rejoicing does not justify property destruction.
The piece notes Ohio Democrats search for a new Senate candidate while overlooking Thurman and Pendleton, praising their brains over barrels. It hints at ongoing border claims and mentions a meeting at Chambersburg yesterday.
The piece surveys claims against Congress over Civil War damages, supports railroads charging demurrage for delayed cars, notes the T U declaring war on female and juvenile cigarette smoking, and reports on Homewood Driving Park sale steps. It also discusses racing declines, rising real estate, a Michigan case, Cronin trial spectacle, Land Leaguers, and archist critique of corporations.
The article notes Gilbert’s Mikado confidence and cites Germany and Russia backing Ferdinand’s removal from Bulgaria. The prince insists his subjects’ suffrage should decide the fate, showing more backbone than his predecessor under similar pressure.
A general strike among Vienna shirt button makers unsettles views on masculine fashion, recalling past disputes over the old-fashioned shirt button. Tar Conemaugh at Johnstown nears danger lines, yet Johnstown remains comparatively safe with no dams above.
Residents on streets under grad ing and paving watch a stormy spell delay progress. Contractors needed two more weeks of fine weather to finish key jobs, while astronomers note six comets visible though the public would joke about their discovery amid police activity.
The well maintains a stout position around $110 with stiffness that defies Chartiers Valley gusher and its operators, continuing the unusual market strength amid competing drills.
Clergymen argue Christianity gains more in heathen Japan than in New York and Brooklyn. They suggest clergy should demonstrate adherence to Christian principles to persuade urban poor, speeding up progress.
In Borrato on November 2% Louise Hustter daughter of Mother Huetter proprietor of The Triangle saloon eloped with Louis Roesch Jr ex alderman from the Twelfth ward. They were wed by Rev Edward Zeller in Rochester amid disapproval from Roesch's family and strong objections from the bride's mother who had barred interactions until the elopement.
Telegraph reports a fatal accident linked to the coal stove at Pittsburg yesterday. The piece argues Pennsylvania should copy New York and pass stricter heating laws, urging Congress to ban coal stoves on interstate roads and federal territories, noting Tillman once proposed the measure but it died in committee.
Local notice reports the death of Edward Doty at Beaver Falls Pennsylvania last Tuesday He was a longtime resident of Pittsburg and a member of several lodge bodies The funeral will be held at the home of Mr Vein where arrangements are under way The text reflects a fragmented obituary with limited details about Dotys life and affiliations.
The Carnegie Library Hall clock seems to have a temperamental chime amid November’s fog and rain. A string of misstrikes and discordant tones near the tower unsettles passersby, blamed locally on the vile weather and seasonal gloom.
A survey of notable writers and artists including HoNEET Browning likenesses to J B Lippincott, Boustave Dors Paris painter famed for wealth and poor dress, Christian Ruta daughter of Colonel Fisher and Fort Fisher link, Hortense Bertrand Napoleonic relics keeper, Thackeray social dinners and Dr Kane meeting, Amanda Douglas Poe acquaintance in Fordham 1848 and her lifelong literary activity.
A farmer Ben Harmon of Red Haw Ohio reports a subterranean lake beneath part of his farm. Fish have been caught through holes in the subsurface. specimens range from herring to large eyeless varieties with no scales. The lake reportedly extends over a substantial area though exact dimensions are uncertain.
Washington reports formal appointments in Pennsylvania. John M. Glazier, editor of the Erie Advertizer, is named Collector of Customs at Erie. A larger batch of fourth class postmasters was appointed in western counties, with local names listed in the notice.
A fashionable wedding was held at Judge McCandless's Butler home yesterday for Katharine McCandless and John G. Jennings son of B D Jennings petroleum producer. Judge Hey W E Oller officiated shortly after 8 pm. The bride wore white silk with pearls and diamonds and carried white roses. Gifts included antique silver and a Government bond for $1000 from the groom. After Eastern-city tours the couple will reside in Allegheny. Guests came from Pittsburgh Johnstown Newcastle and nearby towns. A grand breakfast followed an elegant reception.
The M. C. C. of Oakland were entertained by Miss F. Banker of Meyran avenue. Progressive euchre provided the entertainment with head prizes won by Miss Annie Brady and Mr. B. F. Kelly. Prizes included a toilet box for Miss Brady and a care for Mr. Kelly, with refreshments served to conclude the event.
Amurical and literary entertainment at First Congregational Church features O D Forney Lizzie McElwain and Rosalind Forster. A reception by Mrs Araph T Rowand and Miss Mary of Edgewood drew a large crowd. Lectures, euchre parties, maidens fair and G A R reception with orchestra planned. Einstein-Guckenheimer wedding noted.
A New YorkMontenegrin copy of Glas Crnogorca, the Montenegrin official newspaper from Cetinje, is translatedHere a boy in New York sends a photograph and a Slavonian poem to a Montenegrin prince praising liberty and the brave people of Montenegro The Pont replies with a portrait and a poem echoed in the paper, reflecting a gesture of solidarity with freedom lovers
The French Cable Company won authority to land cables at Charleston linking the United States with Hayti San Domingo and Cuba. The line will join West India French Cable wires to Martinique and aim to extend telegraph reach across the Americas, enabling a continental network. The project follows recent extensions from Martinique to Hayti and reports of insurrection news transmitted via the wires.
Washington November 20. H A Taylor Commissioner of Railroads received from the Assistant Attorney General of the Interior Department an opinion on whether railroads receiving land grants from states must report to the Railroad Bureau. The opinion says railroads must make reports as the Commissioner requires or face penalties, ensuring full disclosure of seats and financial condition.
The Pennsylvanian State Treasurer race shows a 6100 plurality for the Republican candidate. This result helps explain why about six aspirants for the Republican gubernatorial nomination are already in the field for next year.
A Baltimore American column urges calm about future leadership. It counsels focusing on present matters to let future generations provide leaders naturally. The piece frames concern as unnecessary and highlights trust in time to shape strong figures.
The Border Raid Commission arrived in Chambersburg to begin organizing relief for property losses from Confederate raids. Governor Beaver, Senator Penrose, and others met with residents and school leaders at Wilson Female College. The commission, formed at Thad Mahon’s home, elected Beaver as Chairman, Mead as Secretary, and Skinner as Treasurer to prepare a plan for Congress to reimburse border counties.
The drafting of the necessary bill will be led largely by the Attorney General with early committee work submitted to the commission for indorsement before presenting to Congress. Congressmen Atkinson of Juniata and Marsh of York shared information on expediting passage and kept members informed on other matters. Governor Beaver addressed the gathering and defended the state’s legal liability for government‑ordered troop movements, while Attorney General Beason offered legal arguments on enforcing proper contracts.
New Yeas November 2 Field Marshal Murat Halstead editor of the Commercial Gazette Cincinnati spoke at the Brevoort House. He argued the Sunday law issue did not cost Foraker votes and blamed the law’s timing and enforcement for affecting Hamilton County’s outcome rather than saloon influence.
The Chicago Tribune notes the Brazilian Emperor has been uncrowned while American coffee magnates remain firmly established in power, signaling stability in U.S. coffee leadership despite upheaval abroad.
The Brazil revolution shocks monarchies across Europe and prompts mixed editorials. The New York Tribune urges US Brazilian ties, while the Cropssatt Commercial Gazette argues the empire is extinct and a secret US Senate session preserves a brief royal remnant.
New York November 2. Trouble grows over a new agreement termed the cast iron book. Engineers and conductors demand changes as the Erie Railroad faces a work stoppage threat. Company officers plan an ultimatum while crews are moved to Port Jervis and freight runs are reshaped.
The Teutonic arrived at Queenstown at 240 o clock this morning, six days eight hours after leaving Sandy Hook, eight hours faster than its previous best. The City of New York was not reported yet, with expectations it would have matched the Teutonic’s time by 530. Shipping circles view the Teutonic as superior, with plans to extend the lead.
Felix Broonel, a 26 year old German artist, shot himself after a failed plea for beer from Lissie Graumont in an attic on Wooster Street at 1 am. A pistol, pawn tickets, and a note imply another possible participant avoided responsibility. Broonel, recently back from Europe, faced poverty and lead poisoning from paints.
The steamer Loona from Galveston brought in the shipwrecked captain and crew of the schooner Furman Milford. After the Milford foundered in gales from November 14 to 17 while sailing from Key West to Baltimore the seven crew took to a small boat and endured hours of peril with hard tack and no water before being rescued by the Leona.
The Bijou seats are filled nightly for Clover with strong company work credited for success. A Saturday matinee is noted for Inquirers, and Savon with his Italian troupe comes next week to Grand Opera House for Samson and Othello. Forthcoming attractions include Fritzins Mad House at the Bijou and a Nelson vaudeville program at Aut Harris Theater.
A syndicate has formed to buy and control all stock of the Thorannd Island Park Association owner of the Methodist summer resort on the St Lawrence river. It has secured a majority of stock and at the annual meeting the Rev M D cen was present while previous managers were removed.
A Hollidaysburg man reports sending a letter that traveled east around the globe and arrived in the west. The package began Aug 11 and reached Yokohama Sept earlier, with a US consulate visit and re forwarding to the United States Oct 10. The trip cost just 6 cents. A separate local incident recounts whiskey spillage at Snyder’s saloon in Carlton and costly cleanup. Reading plans to establish a cutlery works. Monroe County man captures a 14 pound pike with pink eyes from the dhoanga Ax Albino coon. Three Whealing girls who vowed not to marry now largely have husbands except one engaged.
Curio column items reveal a collage of misprints and misfortunes across states. Notes mention bilingual counts in Mexico, a Michigan election miswording, stray drafts, and a Cincinnati publisher's sharp sales pitch. The jumble includes anecdotes about farmers, a doctor’s runaway horse, and a strange bank forgery case in New York.
A garbled OCR page presents a mosaic of stray quotes and snippets from various sources. It includes lines about engagement timing, a railway lease, a joke about anarchists, a note on Indians near Tacoma, a beggar plea, a New York scene, and a humorous exchange about a wife and money.
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